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SSC MTS Salary 2026
SSC MTS Salary: the latest information and updates for SSC MTS, collected by airGurukul.
SSC MTS Salary
Both Multi-Tasking Staff and Havaldar are placed in Pay Level 1 of the 7th Central Pay Commission pay matrix. They are Group C, non-gazetted, non-ministerial posts.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay level | Level 1 (7th CPC) |
| Pay range at Level 1 | Rs 18,000 to Rs 56,900 |
| Starting basic pay | Rs 18,000 |
| Approx. in-hand at start | About Rs 18,000 to Rs 22,000 (estimate reported by Careers360; depends on city and DA) |
| Group | General Central Service Group C, non-gazetted, non-ministerial |
Allowances
On top of basic pay, MTS and Havaldar employees get allowances as per central government rules, mainly:
- Dearness Allowance (DA), revised from time to time
- House Rent Allowance (HRA), which depends on the city of posting
- Transport Allowance
- Medical facilities and pension under the applicable central scheme
The in-hand amount differs between a big city and a smaller town because HRA and transport allowance depend on the city.
Work profile
- MTS: Office support work such as handling files and records, dak, photocopying, basic upkeep of the office, and other tasks assigned by the department.
- Havaldar (CBIC/CBN): Field and office support in customs, GST and narcotics offices, which can include assisting in searches and surveillance. That is why a physical test is needed.
Growth
Through departmental promotions and exams, MTS employees can move up to posts such as Lower Division Clerk. Havaldars can move up within CBIC and CBN as per their recruitment rules. Pay also rises through annual increments.
Source: Central Bureau of Narcotics press release (official), Careers360 (SSC MTS 2025)
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